Topical capsaicin (low concentration) for chronic neuropathic pain in adults.

BACKGROUND: Topical creams with capsaicin are used to treat pain from a wide range of chronic conditions including neuropathic pain. Following application to the skin capsaicin causes enhanced sensitivity to noxious stimuli, followed by a period with reduced sensitivity and, after repeated applicat...

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Main Authors: Derry, S, Moore, R
Formato: Journal article
Idioma:English
Publicado: 2012